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HONDA FREED (2016–2025) Manual — Codes, Tyres & Parts

By TroubleAtlas Technical Team · Updated 3 July 2026 · Cross-checked against 3 independent sources
Built 2016–2025 · all production years covered on this single page

1.5L I4 L15B • Gasoline

Honda Freed (2016–2025)

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5 Common problems View details →
29 OBD2 codes View details →
0 Recalls / TSB View details →
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An independent value score for the Honda Freed (2016–2025) — reliability, safety, cost, parts, upkeep and documentation. Owing nothing to the manufacturer.
Scorecard · each voice 0–10
Reliability
n/a
Safety & recalls
n/a
Repair cost
8.8
Parts & repairability
4.2
Maintenance & durability
n/a
Documentation & support
n/a
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Every figure on this Honda Freed (2016–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.

The Honda Freed (2016–2025) uses Honda Genuine 0W-20 engine oil. It is powered by a 1.5L I4 L15B engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.

⚠️Common problems 🔧Common repairs 💧Fluids & lubricants 🔋Battery 🔌Fault codes (OBD2) 🔴Dashboard lights 🛒Parts comparator 🔧Accessories & tools 🛞Tyres 📋Recalls & TSB 📍Workshops nearby
⚠️ COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT

Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.

Related codes: P0217

Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT

ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.

Related codes: P0522

Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT

Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.

Related codes: P0524

Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT

Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.

Related codes: P0606

Throttle actuatorFREQUENT

Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.

Related codes: P2100

🔧 COMMON REPAIRS
🔧
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.8h
€56 – €72
🔧
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.9h
€63 – €81
🛢
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.4h
€28 – €36
🔧
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
💰 AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS

Prices may vary by area and workshop.

🔧
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
🛑
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
⚡
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
📊
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
⏱️ OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)

Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.

Brakes8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
ABS Module2.0h€ 90–€ 150
ABS Pump2.0h€ 90–€ 150
ABS Tone Ring1.5h€ 67–€ 112
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front1.5h€ 67–€ 112
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Brake Bleed - All Four1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Brake Booster3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Brake Booster Check Valve1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Cooling8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Coolant Bypass Pipe1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Coolant Flush0.8h€ 36–€ 60
Coolant Reservoir1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Coolant Temperature Sensor0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Cooling Fan Assembly1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Clutch1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Motor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cooling Fan Relay1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Electrical8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Airbag - Driver1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag - Passenger1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag - Side1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Airbag Module/Computer1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Alternator1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Alternator Belt1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Amplifier1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Antenna0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Engine8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Camshaft Position Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Camshaft R&R4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Connecting Rod Bearings1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Crankshaft Position Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Crankshaft R&R1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Cylinder Head R&R4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Cylinder Head Resurface4.5h€ 202–€ 337
Engine Mount - Front3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Exhaust8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Injection Check Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Catalytic Converter - California2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Catalytic Converter - Universal2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Downpipe2.0h€ 90–€ 150
EGR Cooler1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EGR Tube1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EGR Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Fuel system8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Charcoal Canister1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EVAP Purge Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
EVAP Vent Valve1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Fuel Cap0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Fuel Filler Neck3.0h€ 135–€ 225
Fuel Filter0.5h€ 22–€ 37
Fuel Filter - In-Tank1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Fuel Injector - Single3.0h€ 135–€ 225
HVAC8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
AC Accumulator2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Clutch Coil1.5h€ 67–€ 112
AC Compressor2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Compressor Clutch2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Compressor Oil Add2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Condenser2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Evaporator2.0h€ 90–€ 150
AC Expansion Valve (TXV)2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Steering8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Center Link/Drag Link1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Electric Power Steering Module1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Electric Power Steering Motor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Idler Arm1.0h€ 45–€ 75
Pitman Arm1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Power Steering Fluid Flush2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Power Steering Gear Box2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Power Steering Hose - High Pressure1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Suspension8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Line1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Spring/Air Bag1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Compressor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Height Sensor1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Air Suspension Valve Block1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Ball Joint - Lower1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Ball Joint - Upper2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Ball Joints - Upper and Lower2.0h€ 90–€ 150
Transmission8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Kickdown Cable1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Neutral Safety Switch1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Overdrive Solenoid1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Cable1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Linkage1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Solenoid - Single1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Shift Solenoids - All1.5h€ 67–€ 112
Torque Converter4.5h€ 202–€ 337
💵 WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY

Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.

🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
Engine oil
Engine oil
Honda Genuine 0W-20
With filter change
3.8 L
Coolant
Coolant
Honda Type 2 Coolant (Blue)
Use pre-mixed or mix 50/50 with distilled water
5.7 L
Brake fluid
Brake fluid
DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Replace when moisture content exceeds 3% or every 2-3 years
Transmission fluid
Honda DW-1 ATF
7.6 L
Power steering fluid
Electric Power Steering (No Fluid)
Electric power steering - no fluid required
Washer fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
Refill as needed. Use winter-rated in cold climates.
3.3 L
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)

No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.

🔴 DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE

57 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.

Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!BRAKE
Brake System WarningBrakes
K
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
+−
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
!BRAKE
ABS WarningBrakes
!BRAKE
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
!BRAKE
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
S
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
N
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
!
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
Honda Sensing Fault (Honda)ADAS
SH-AWD Fault (Honda)Chassis
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
?
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
L
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
L
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
A
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
CMBS Off (Honda)ADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
L
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
A
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
A
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
A
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
A
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
!
Door Open WarningBody
!
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
ECON Mode (Honda)Engine

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine oil should I use on the Honda Freed (2016–2025)?

The engine oil specification for the Honda Freed (2016–2025) is Honda Genuine 0W-20. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Honda Freed (2016–2025)?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Honda Freed (2016–2025) be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Honda Freed (2016–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

Have a specific fault code on your Honda Freed (2016–2025)? Search the code in the OBD2 section of this page or use the full TroubleAtlas DTC database. Need tyres? Compare prices and compatible sizes in the TroubleAtlas comparator.

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